Microsoft starts blocking ‘unauthorized’ Xbox controllers and accessories
Microsoft is blocking some third-party Xbox controllers.
If it's to stop cheaters, they could just block the "unauthorised" controllers from online play, no need to punish offline players
Classic microsoft. They'll say they do it to combat cheating, but it's just another step to lock people into their ecosystem and squeeze more money out of them.
Windows Central says they might be actually opening up a bit:
We've heard from sources familiar with Microsoft's plans that this may be related to Microsoft expanding its program for approved third-party wireless Xbox controllers. Most Xbox third-party controllers right now are wired.
Yeah, I recently got one of those Gamesir controllers with the hall effect sticks. I love it, but hate that I’m restricted to using a cable.
They don’t get a cut of unofficial devices, so no, it’s closing it so they can make more profit.
